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Not Your Mother's Book Club

The Wedding People by Alison Espach
2025-08-14 18:00:00 2025-08-14 19:00:00 America/Chicago Not Your Mother's Book Club Join our romance book club where we'll read different romance genres. As long as it has a Happily Ever After, it’s fair game. Children are welcome to play or partake in an activity while we discuss. Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Thursday, August 14
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-14 18:00:00 2025-08-14 19:00:00 America/Chicago Not Your Mother's Book Club Join our romance book club where we'll read different romance genres. As long as it has a Happily Ever After, it’s fair game. Children are welcome to play or partake in an activity while we discuss. Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1

Wood Dale Public Library

Activity Room 1

Join our romance book club where we'll read different romance genres. As long as it has a Happily Ever After, it’s fair game. Children are welcome to play or partake in an activity while we discuss.

A propulsive and uncommonly wise novel about one unexpected wedding guest and the surprising people who help her start anew.

Copies are available at the Library. eBook and eAudiobook versions are available here.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs and Author Visits |

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Wood Dale Public Library
contact@wooddalelibrary.org
Phone: 630-766-6762
Hours
Mon, Aug 04 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 Closed
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About the branch

Reach. Explore. Achieve. Dream. 

Mission: All library district residents will have access to library materials and programs to encourage literacy and the joy of reading; to promote lifelong learning; and to experience a sense of community in a welcoming environment.

Upcoming events

Encanto Fun & Games
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
If you loved watching the movie Encanto, come have a fun evening playing some active group games, inspired by your favorite characters. Recommended age: 5 yrs & up
VR Games for Adults
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Ready, set, play! Learn the basics of Meta Quest VR while playing immersive games on our headsets. Wood Dale Public Library cardholders only for the first week of registration.
Teen Stop Motion - Part 3 of 3: Showtime!
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Come learn how to create your own stop motion movie! In this final part, show your finished movie to family and friends in a stop motion film festival! For ages 11-16.
Adult Crafting and Social Circle
Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for a monthly crafting circle where you can bring your materials, spend time working on your needlework, crocheting, quilting, knitting, etc., and socialize with other crafty people.
Barbie - The History of America's Most Famous Doll
Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Join us for Barbie fun for grown-ups! In this illustrated presentation, historian Leslie Goddard delves into the history of Barbie and her inventor Ruth Handler. Pink refreshments will be served.
Polish Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Stay and play when the storytime is finished. Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs
Klub Książki - Polish Book Club
Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Art Gallery Kafe - 127 E Front St, Wood Dale
Klub Książki spotyka się w Art Gallery Kafe. Książki będą omawiane w języku polskim. Polish Book Club meets at the Art Gallery Kafe. Books will be discussed in the Polish Language.
Not Your Mother's Book Club - The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
Join our romance book club where we'll read different romance genres. As long as it has a Happily Ever After, it’s fair game. Children are welcome to play or partake in an activity while we discuss.
Backyard Birds of DuPage County - Presented by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Thu, Aug 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Discover the birds likely to be encountered at backyard birdfeeders in DuPage County.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1 & 2
Bring your stuffie to a library sleepover! We’ll start the day by making name tags for our stuffie friends, enjoy a movie together, and then put them to bed.
Stuffed Animal Pickup & Craft
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 1
After you and your stuffie are reunited make a memory book that showcases all the fun they had the night before! Recommended ages: 4-11 yrs
STEAM Tots
Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s learn and play with STEAM this summer! Each session we will have activities that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and/or math.
Afternoon STEAM Tots
Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2,Outdoor Patio
Let’s learn and play with STEAM this summer! Each session we will have activities that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and/or math.
Wood Carving Meetup
Mon, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Drop in and discover a new hobby with the North Suburban Carvers! Join the learning and carving session—no experience needed.
Linked-In Basics with Ann Stovall
Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Build your professional brand on LinkedIn! Learn how to create a strong profile, network effectively, and find job opportunities.
Monthly Board of Library Trustees Meeting
Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Library Trustees of the Wood Dale Public Library District.
Book Club Express - The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis
Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Target Starbucks, 401 W Irving Park Rd.
Meet at the Target Starbucks in Wood Dale to chat about popular books with this informal book group.
Thursday Mix - Owls of Illinois
Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library
Owls capture everyone's imagination. And did you know that eight species live in Illinois? These birds of prey are some of the most unique creatures on the planet as presented by Alyse Burman.
Nonfiction Readers' Club - The Feather Thief by Kirk W. Johnson
Thu, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Small Meeting Room
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, science, memoirs and everything in between!
Teen Back to School Craft
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come make decorations for your locker! For ages 11-16
College of DuPage ELA Testing
Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
All English Language Acquisition (ELA) students are required to complete a placement test prior to starting their classes.
College of DuPage ELA Testing
Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
All English Language Acquisition (ELA) students are required to complete a placement test prior to starting their classes.
Monthly Movie Showing - Thelma
Fri, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
An elderly grandmother after getting conned by a phone scammer, sets out to take back what's hers. MPAA rating: PG-13; for strong language. Please note, the run time for this movie is 97 minutes.
Family Game Night
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Come play a favorite game or learn a new game as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
STEAM Lab: Cloud Dough
Wed, Sep 03, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Let's learn and play with all things STEAM! In each session we will explore different topics that relate to science, technology, engineering, art or math.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop
Thu, Sep 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Decorate and Celebrate: A Grandparents Day Cupcake Workshop
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Activity Room 2
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day with cupcake decorating! Even if grandparents cannot attend in person, this is a chance to create sweet memories and beautiful treats to share!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 10:00am
Tour & Taste Lynfred Winery
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lynfred Winery
Meet us at the Lynfred Winery in Roselle to enjoy a tour and wine tasting with the Library. Transportation is not provided. Must be 21+. Address: 15 S Roselle Rd, Roselle, IL 60172
Registration opens Friday, August 15 2025 at 10:00am
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Classes with COD
Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 8:55pm
Wood Dale Public Library - Barbara E. Dunn Meeting Room
Free English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes develop your conversation, listening and speaking, reading and writing skills.
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